Costarellos Sequin Gowns and Dresses: Floral Sequins, Sequined Lace and Applique

Costarellos rarely uses sequins as an all over shine. It sews them in flowers, on lace and as appliqué, so the sparkle sits where a print would. Six sequin pieces are available at Costarellos at Coveti this season, from the new Lenina gown in Ciel at $3,260 to the Jennan sequined lace gown at $3,970. For other houses, see sequin gowns.

Quick answer

• Gowns: the Lenina ($3,260, sequin floral appliqué) and the Jennan ($3,970, sequined lace on satin).
• Midi dresses: the Arla ($3,670), the Capria ($3,260), the Harlee ($3,970) and the Biona ($3,100).
• Most are “true to size” by the house note.
• Best for: New Year’s Eve, galas and evening weddings.

Three ways Costarellos uses sequins

Sequin appliqué: sequined flowers sewn onto a plain fabric, as on the Lenina, where a branch of blue flowers climbs the bodice. The rest of the gown stays matte, so the effect is precise. Sequined lace: sequins sewn into the lace motifs, as on the Jennan and the Biona, which gives a softer, scattered shine. All over sequin floral: sequins embroidered across the fabric in a floral pattern, as on the Arla, Capria and Harlee, for the most light.

The six pieces

1. Lenina Lurex Georgette Sequin Applique Gown in Ciel

$3,260. Strapless lurex georgette with a sequin floral branch and a front slit. Fit note: True to size.

2. Jennan Sequined Lace Satin Gown in Grey and Green

$3,970. Sequined lace over satin, in grey and green, floor length. Fit note: True to size.

3. Arla Sequin Floral Midi Dress in Green

$3,670. Sequin florals at midi length, in green. Fit note: True to size.

4. Capria Sequin Midi Dress in Pink

$3,260. A jewel neck sequin midi in pink. Fit note: True to size.

5. Harlee Sequined Strapless Dress in Pink

$3,970. Strapless sequins in pink. Fit note: True to size.

6. Biona Sequined Lace Cami Dress in Grey and Green

$3,100. Sequined lace on cami straps, in grey and green. Fit note: True to size.

Costarellos sequin pieces compared

Source: Costarellos product pages (Details and Sizing tabs), read 15 November 2026. Prices are Coveti list prices in US dollars.

How to wear sequins at night

Sequins already work as jewellery, so wear less of it: a small earring and nothing at the neck on a jewel neckline. Pair them with a matte shoe in satin and suede; a metallic shoe on a sequin dress doubles the shine. In winter, a plain velvet jacket and a black wool coat calm the look; the Tesha floral-cut satin jacket adds texture without more sparkle. For more party ideas, read Costarellos holiday party outfits.

Sitting, travelling and caring for sequins

Sequins can scratch the inside of the arm on a long night; the appliqué styles are softer than all over sequins. Pack sequin dresses folded inside out, with tissue, and steam them from a distance. All six are dry clean only.

Wearing it around the world

United Kingdom and Europe: winter black tie means a long wool coat over the gown and a closed pump; sheer black tights are fine under a long hem. North America: gala season runs from November to February, and a gown with a cover for the shoulders works for both the ceremony and the dinner. Gulf states: evening dress codes often ask for covered shoulders and arms, so pair a sleeveless gown with a long sleeve bolero and a wrap, and choose floor length. Australia: the party season falls in summer, so the lighter georgette gowns suit outdoor evenings better than velvet. Coveti ships Costarellos worldwide.

How Costarellos sizing works

Costarellos cuts in French sizes, FR 34 to FR 46 for most gowns. Subtract 28 for the UK size: FR 36 is a UK 8 and a US 4. Most styles carry the house note “true to size”, and the model on the brand site is 180cm wearing FR 36. Where a style fits differently, the note on the product page says so, and the table above repeats it. For measurements, read the Costarellos size guide.

Frequently asked questions

Are Costarellos sequin gowns appropriate for black tie?

The floor length Lenina and Jennan meet a black tie dress code. The sequin midi dresses suit cocktail and festive dress codes.

How much is the Costarellos Lenina gown?

The Lenina Lurex Georgette Sequin Applique Gown in Ciel is $3,260 at Coveti.

What is sequin applique?

Sequin applique means sequined motifs, such as flowers, sewn onto a plain fabric, so the shine sits only where the motif is.

What shoes go with a sequin dress?

A matte satin and suede shoe. A metallic shoe with sequins tends to look busy.

How do you care for a sequin gown?

Dry clean only. Store it folded inside out with tissue, and steam it from a distance, never with a hot iron.

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